Budget-friendly body lotions

Thu, May 09, 2013

Are you keen to look your best on the beach this summer? If so, check out Aldi’s Lacura Body Moisturiser (€1.79, 500ml) which promises to leave your skin noticeably softer and smooth.

Carefully formulated with the finest natural ingredients, it is dermatologically tested to gently care for your skin and can be used as an essential part of your daily skincare routine.

Hair Flair

Thu, May 09, 2013

Don’t shun the sun this summer is the message from Redken whose new Colour Extend Sun range promises to protect summer locks.

Saving face

Thu, May 09, 2013

Fancy a treatment which promises to help rejuvenate and tighten your skin during your lunch break? The Beauty Rooms at Barry’s Hair Studio in Shop Street is now offering the internationally renowned, NU Skin Galvanic Spa™ Facial Gels.

Feet first

Thu, May 09, 2013

Some of the most important steps you’ll ever take are down the aisle on your wedding day. From the all-important first dance to footsteps in the honeymoon sand all blushing brides-to-be need to step up their foot care routine and get pedi-perfect in time for their big day.

All in one

Thu, May 02, 2013

When I was a child, I wore a pinafore to school. I never thought almost 25 years later, I would be back wearing a pinafore, and versions of it, as a fashion trend. I have no idea who is to blame for the return of the “all-in-one” look, but whoever did, must have known it was going to be the must have item for our summer wardrobes. Comfort and style all in one, plus a huge saving on your suitcase space, the jumpsuit, playsuit, pinafore, and dungaree trend have been reinvented for the current season. The jumpsuit has been here for a couple of seasons now, but this year we see shapes and styles change, to make this look more wearable.

Mid-heels are the new sexy

Thu, May 02, 2013

There is a new look in town, it is called the mid heel and I am a big fan. A refreshing alternative to sky-high heels, the mid heel gives us a natural allure and enough comfort to walk in all day. From chunky heels with open toe to classic coloured courts, comfortable slingbacks to wedges with ankle straps, these heels come in an array of styles and colours allowing you to update your wardrobe without compromising your comfort. Combine them with any of your work clothing, or weekend wear. Here is how to wear them this spring.

Anti-cancer health and wellness retreat in Galway

Thu, May 02, 2013

Sota Health and Wellness is a luxurious five star sanctuary of wellness, vitality, and rejuvenation set in a scenic and tranquil setting overlooking Kilcolgan Castle.

Swim for health, fitness, and relaxation

Thu, May 02, 2013

Swimming is an aerobic exercise and is a great way of getting your heart and lungs fit.

Experience the benefits of healing massage therapies

Thu, May 02, 2013

Experience the many wonderful healing benefits of massage therapy — an ancient art of natural medicine practised for thousands of years — with Helen Momo at Indigo Holistic Healing Centre.

Inject some colour in your wardrobe

Thu, May 02, 2013

Everyone is born with a certain inclination towards colour. By the time we grow up we may have lost some of that personal colour sense.

Add some sparkle

Thu, Apr 25, 2013

Summer is a great time to accessorise, I think. You can have so much fun with colour, especially with the very trendy neon this season, and adding a little bling is never a bad thing. And you have to remember that whether you like to wear scarves, bangles, or bags, they never really go out of fashion, so think of them as a very good investment. My current favourites include gold bangles (lots of them), big, chunky, necklaces, and gold earrings, worn with my go-to look of a T-shirt and black blazer. With plenty of collections and designers to choose from, here are just a few of my summer picks.

Modern femininity

Thu, Apr 25, 2013

Spring is finally here, which means two things — sun and special occasions. Femininity is clearly being celebrated in spring collections, with sweet shades and demure silhouettes with a touch of sensuality and strength. The feminine look is being worn for all those upcoming special occasions — from weddings to confirmations, or anniversaries and days at the races. A modern feminine look with a charming twist is your winning ticket to spring style.

Top stylists at David Martin

Thu, Apr 25, 2013

Since opening in 2008, David Martin hair salon at Kingston Road has proved to be a huge success. This is the second salon in Galway by the David Martin group; the first is situated at New Dock Street.

Boost your energy at The Coast Club

Thu, Apr 25, 2013

Now the long evenings and the early mornings are upon us, our energy levels are increasing. Make good use of this energy at The Coast Club.

At the Coast Club Leisure Centre in Furbo the staff will provide you with some helpful tips and advice on how to get the most out of your workout and how to stay motivated.

Revive Q10+ available at Salthill Pharmacy

Thu, Apr 25, 2013

Revive Q10+ is a powerful combination of amino acids, vitamins, minerals, and coenzyme Q10. It helps to prevent cardiovascular ageing, improves blood circulation, energy and vitality, and physical and mental wellbeing.

Indian head massage training

Thu, Apr 25, 2013

Develop techniques to help stimulate the senses by learning the relaxing and invigorating practice of Indian head massage. For many the experience is blissful, deeply relaxing, and calming to the core.

Slimming World saved my life

Thu, Apr 25, 2013

On February 8 2012 I joined Slimming World in the Pillo Hotel. My starting weight was 12 stone 11.5 pounds. When you join you receive a starter pack which includes a few books, recipes, plans and fitness books. I went home and read the books on my first night and started the plan straight away.

Anti-cancer health and wellness retreat in May

Thu, Apr 25, 2013

Sota Health and Wellness is a luxurious five star sanctuary of wellness, vitality, and rejuvenation set in a scenic and tranquil setting overlooking Kilcolgan Weir estuary and Kilcolgan Castle. This luxury health and wellness retreat is one of the most comprehensive, educational, inspiring, life transformative programmes available in Europe.

Improve your life by changing your posture

Thu, Apr 25, 2013

When you look in the mirror what do you see? An upright person with perfect posture or a stooped individual with hunched shoulders and drooping chin who looks years older than his/her age?

The shoe edit

Thu, Apr 18, 2013

I am in the leather goods capital of the world right now — Italy. Bags, shoes, wallets, and belts, you name it, Italy has it in the highest quality leather. So there is no better time to talk about my favourite thing, surrounded by the best in the world — shoes.

Debenhams has just undertaken a very interesting study to see how the women of Ireland buy their shoes. The results are quite fascinating, with the women of Galway favouring a higher heel. The Galway store showed that sales of shoes with a six inch or higher heel were 35 per cent higher than the national average. Head of buying for footwear and accessories for Debenhams Ireland Amanda Wain says: “Footwear is a very personal choice, and can say a lot about the person. Different shoes can change your look instantly, so it’s interesting to see how certain styles are clear front runners in different counties. We’ve seen a huge change of direction with regards to heel heights in Ireland in recent years – they are getting both higher and lower – with flat shoes and towering heels the most popular in general, while mid height shoes just don’t sell as well anymore.” Clearly this result speaks volumes for our choice of shoe, so what should we have in our wardrobe to cater for every occasion?

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